Mid-20th century Khotan “Samarkand” Purple, Red and Yellow Handmade Wool Rug BB7425 4'11" × 9'2" $15,000

A second quarter 20th century Samarkand rug, the purple field with a subtle Greek key motif around two columns of rectangular panels containing geometric motifs and vases issuing angular floral branches within a beige fretwork border.

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